Affiliations: [a] Dr D.Y. Patil College of Physiotherapy, Pune, India | [b] Department of Radiodiagnosis, Dr D.Y. Patil Medical College, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Correspondence:
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Corresponding author: Venus Pagare, Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil College of Physiotherapy, Pune, Maharashtra, India. Tel.: +91 879 3393626; E-mail:venus.pagare@gmail.com
Abstract:
BACKGROUND: Low back pain (LBP) is a major public health problem
and is the leading musculoskeletal cause of disability. Various
bio-behavioral factors which can be associated with disability due to LBP
have been identified. When considering these factors associated with LBP,
beliefs that people hold are among the most important factors to consider. OBJECTIVE: To find out the prevalence of LBP among the general
population and to investigate their beliefs towards LBP. METHODS: A cross-sectional survey of the general population was
conducted. Demographic information and information on beliefs regarding
low back pain was gathered from 921 individuals. The respondents were asked
to rate their agreement with 7 statements, corresponding to Deyo's 7 myths. RESULTS: 75% of the population reported lifetime prevalence of
LBP. Regarding the beliefs about LBP, general population exhibited
diverse attitudes. Out of 7 myths explored, 3 myths were found to be dead
and buried in more than 50% of the sampled population. However, 4 out of
7 myths still exist among the population. CONCLUSIONS: Prevalence of Low Back Pain was found to be high among
the general population sampled and also myths regarding LBP still exist among them.
